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Introduced
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
In Committee
04/07/2026
04/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to education; modifying provisions for prekindergarten through grade 12 education including general education, education excellence, the Read Act, teachers, charter schools, health and safety, libraries, school boards, and state agencies; requiring a report; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 120A.05, subdivision 10a; 120B.021, subdivision 2; 120B.022, subdivision 1b; 120B.11, subdivision 1; 120B.119, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 120B.123, by adding a subdivision; 120B.124, by adding a subdivision; 120B.363, subdivisions 1, 2; 121A.031, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, by adding subdivisions; 121A.035, subdivision 2; 121A.425, subdivision 1; 121A.49; 121A.73; 122A.09, subdivision 9; 122A.092, by adding a subdivision; 122A.16; 122A.182, subdivisions 1, 5; 122A.187, subdivision 6; 123B.045; 123B.09, subdivision 1; 124D.119, by adding a subdivision; 124E.05, subdivisions 6, 8; 124E.07, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 124E.08; 127A.353, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 134.351, subdivisions 2, 4; Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, sections 120B.12, subdivisions 1, 2, 2a, 4, 4a; 120B.123, subdivisions 1, 5; 120B.124, subdivision 5; 121A.031, subdivision 4; 121A.224, subdivision 2; 121A.241, by adding a subdivision; 121A.642, subdivision 4; 122A.18, subdivision 1; 122A.181, subdivision 3; 122A.182, subdivision 3; 123B.09, subdivision 1b; 124D.09, subdivisions 5, 7; 124D.111, subdivision 2a; 124E.03, subdivision 2; 124E.07, subdivisions 2, 3; 124E.17, subdivisions 1, 2; 124E.27; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 120A; 120B; 122A; 127A; 134; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, sections 120B.124, subdivision 6; 124E.16, subdivision 4.
AI Summary
This bill proposes numerous changes to Minnesota's education laws, impacting various aspects of prekindergarten through grade 12 education. Key provisions include updating the definition of kindergarten to emphasize a developmentally appropriate learning experience, establishing new requirements for identifying and supporting children experiencing homelessness and migratory children, and creating a Minnesota Civic Seal to recognize student excellence in civics education and engagement. The bill also revises standards for academic content, introduces a new Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact to facilitate teacher licensure across states, and modifies regulations for charter schools, including their boards and authorizers. Furthermore, it strengthens the "Read Act" by enhancing requirements for evidence-based literacy instruction, professional development for educators, and the review of literacy materials, while also updating provisions related to teacher licensing tiers, paraprofessional qualifications, and mental health training for educators. The bill also addresses health and safety by refining bullying prevention policies to focus on supportive interventions, updating crisis management plans, and mandating cell phone restrictions in schools. Finally, it makes changes to library system governance and funding, and revises state agency responsibilities regarding school trust lands.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Second reading (on 04/07/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3870/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3870/versions/1/pdf/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3870/versions/0/pdf/ |
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